AFRICAN DECOR│SCULPTURED WOOD FIGURES │PHASES AFRICA (DOT) COM

sculptured wood figures - Tribal -XHOSA-Natural wood CLOSE-UP approx 30" tall (750mm) available at http://phasesafrica.com

The unique wood-sculptures are created by a talented artist, using resin/clay and the indigenous Coco Pamosa’s palm fronds.

SOUTH AFRICA’S NINE PROVINCES IN A NUTSHELL

Eastern Cape

Where else in the world can you surf the world's finest waves, go on a 'Big Seven' safari, visit the birthplace of Nelson Mandela and bungee jump off one of the highest bridges in the southern hemisphere? Why, the Eastern Cape of course.

Gauteng

Gauteng is home to Johannesburg, Soweto and Pretoria - and is known as the economic powerhouse of South Africa. The province boasts a wealth of experiences, including cultural and struggle routes, incredible infrastructure, fantastic entertainment options and a host of eco-tourism opportunities.

LUXURY STAY ON WINE ESTATE NEAR CAPE TOWN

© Interior of Clouds Wine Estate near Cape Town

Rooms and self-catering villas are spaciously structured and contemporarily designed to optimize on natural light. Ceiling to floor glass panes invite visitors to sit back, relax and enjoy the view.

Each of our seven guesthouse rooms offers magnificent views and attention to design detail. The stylish rooms look out over the valley and in summer you can appreciate this vista from sun loungers at the pool.

Semi-detached, self-catering villas are set apart from the guesthouse, perfect for families and romantic weekend breaks. Beautifully landscaped and framed by the vineyard, the villas enjoy a sense of quiet and privacy. 

BEST GAME LODGE – WORLD LUXURY HOTEL AWARDS

© Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge

This award was bestowed on Chitwa Chitwa 2012, originally a private retreat of the Brink family for more than 40 years; today it is widely known for its perfect balance between unbridled luxury and environmental compatibility, an oasis of conservation.

DRAKENSBERG NATAL - THROUGH THE LENS WITH STEPHEN ALVAREZ

With his experience of shooting magnificent landscapes across the globe, Stephen Alvarez falls in love with the 'cinematic landscape' that is the Drakensberg. This vignette is part of the 'Through the Lens' series - a creative partnership between South African Tourism and the National Geographic Channel.

THE WILD COAST EASTERN CAPE PROVINCE SOUTH AFRICA

Photo: Rodger Bosch, MediaClubSouthAfrica.com

Outside Qunu, Eastern Cape province: Cattle graze in the fields below the Nelson Mandela Museum.

They are watched by Vuyani Sidubule, dressed to show he is currently undergoing his manhood initiation. Mandela grew up and went to school in the village of Qunu. This land still belongs to the Mandela clan.

SOUTH AFRICA A PREMIER ARCHITECT’S LATEST ENDEAVOUR

The Island of Mauritius a new development looking out over the Mont Choisy golf course creating seamless green vistas of relaxation.

Banyan Grove Aerial © montchoisy

BANYAN GROVE

Set in a grove of centuries-old Banyans, these apartments seem to float into the arms of the giant trees. Imagine escaping on walkways through the branches, to a world of entrancing views of the golf course or of the inviting free-form pool.

Whether as an investment for holiday rentals (perfect for golf holidaymakers) or just to enjoy as a unique residence, they are a world away from anything you could have imagined...

AFRICAN DECOR - A MASTER WOOD-TURNER

Wood-Turner bowl African teak three-winged bowl 175H x 735Wmm

The following images are the sculptural forms by a world renowned artist residing in South Africa.  He recently received a first place award in an international wood-turning competition, held in the United Kingdom.  His work can be found in several international private and corporate collections and was featured in a bestselling coffee table book, together with thirty of the world’s top wood-turners.  The artist also strongly believes in supporting the less fortunate by raising funds, through his wood art, both locally and internationally.  Go to info@phasesafrica.com

SOUTH AFRICA TRAVEL IN LUXURY

The proverb all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy holds all to true, and none of us like to be dull.  Therefore, if you have overworked yourself lately and find that you are edging closer and closer to becoming “Jack”.  Don’t fear Travel and Trade South Africa to the rescue….

May I suggest chilling in a completely different environment with people living according to different standards and having different mentalities, one can put one’s thoughts in relation to something else. There are many holiday offers which do in fact specialize in offering the travelers recreation through amazing adventures and beautiful views. In many cases, the negative things do not look as negative anymore and one might also get a new shot of endorphins.  View this great example…….

Get pampered and spoilt in the heart of paradise. South Africa has a wide variety of luxurious experiences on offer - whether it's world-class cuisine, spa treatments in the bush or staying over in a 5-star boutique hotel - there's something for every luxurious taste.

SOUTH AFRICA’S GARDEN ROUTE A LUXURY HOTEL, SPA AND GOLF RESORT

Hyatt Regency Oubaai Golf Resort and Spa

Hyatt Regency Oubaai Golf Resort & Spa – winner of the “World Luxury Hotel Award” for “Best Luxury Golf Resort” in 2012.  It’s located less than seven minutes’ drive from George Airport in an area renowned for its pristine beaches, indigenous forests and nature reserves.

PROTECT THE PLANET THINK BEFORE YOU TRASH

MIDWAY : trailer : a film by Chris Jordan from Midway on Vimeo.
The MIDWAY film project is a powerful visual journey into the heart of an astonishingly symbolic environmental tragedy. On one of the remotest islands on our planet, tens of thousands of baby albatrosses lie dead on the ground, their bodies filled with plastic from the Pacific Garbage Patch. Returning to the island over several years, our team is witnessing the cycles of life and death of these birds as a multi-layered metaphor for our times. With photographer Chris Jordan as our guide, we walk through the fire of horror and grief, facing the immensity of this tragedy—and our own complicity—head on. And in this process, we find an unexpected route to a transformational experience of beauty, acceptance, and understanding.

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